The most common pests are Water Lily Aphids the Water Lily Beetle and the China Mark Moth. Tempting as it may be we would not recommend using any insecticides you can get from your garden centre, especially if you have fish in the pond, but even if not they may harm other beneficial aquatic life.

Water Lily Problems - Pests. The more common problems with water lilies you are likely to see in your pond are from pests rather than diseases: Water lily aphids. You’ll know if you have aphids. They appear as little black spots all over aquatic plants, not just water lilies, and can ultimately cause yellowing and curling.

Usually the slender larvae (maggots) feed on decomposing matter at the bottom of ponds. They will however, feed on waterlilies that have begun to rot due to other causes, such as waterlily beetle damage. Occasionally chironomid midges are the primary cause of damage this tends to happen only in new ponds and water features.

In our over 40 year’s experience in growing water lilies, we have found them almost impossible to kill. So, if you are worried that your display is not as good as it might be, here are our top ten tips for helping your water lilies to thrive. 1. Plant each individual water lily into its own large plant container. For all but the smallest ...

In this article, we'll take a look at the most common pests that invade water lilies and discuss safe ways to remove them without causing damage to your beloved aquatic flowers. You'll learn how to identify the pests that are attacking your plants, as well as which products are best suited for each situation.